Gosport Harbour is located on the edge of Solent, and has been defined long ago through its rich maritime history. To celebrate the millennium, a distinguished family of detailed lanterns was assigned, which led to the bringing of both the character and light to Quayside. Now, after 25 years, this coastal teacher lighting will continue with more than 100 alternative lanterns that keep the original Sche design while providing improved efficiency and control.
DW Windsor has been contacted to provide a lighting upgrade, for example, providing a similar design that combines heritage details and contemporary performance. From the beginning, the project was formed through the deep respect of the site’s identity and preparation. The original lanterns were characterized by a detailed design, inspired by marine elements and the frequency of the ship’s texture. Today, the same spirit continues, as the similar lanterns are designed to retain its distinctive shapes while providing all the benefits of LED technology.
One of the biggest challenges is to translate a design designed for preserved technology as a high -performance LED solution. The original version was relied on two separate light sources: the son’s lamp for functional white light and a metal halide lamp for decorative blue lighting. The new version reflects this approach with two dedicated LED sources – a fine white light directed to the ground through modern optics, and a soft blue nucleus creates the glow of the signature that determines the personality of the lantern. The result is supporters that enhance the distinctive identity of the port at night.
The lanterns, designed to withstand the harsh coastal environment, are designed between durability with long service life. It protects the paint of marine degree, high -quality stainless steel, and strong seals with cannabis from salt and weather extremism. Each ingredient was built, and the lamps have been tested accurately to meet the appropriate entry protection categories (IP) in the internal DW Windsor Laboratory. Alternative lanterns are also designed to be installed on the original columns and arcs, ensuring vision continuity and reducing the turmoil in historical preparation.
The project requires a truly customized manufacturing process, which combines Cast components with CNC parts and other elements formed from specialized plastic materials. The complexity reflects the unique nature of the lantern design and the heritage requirements of the site. It also provided the size and weight challenges, which requires the addition of the lifting points and the improved metaphor installation for safe and installation.
DW Windsor worked in a close partnership with the Enerveo contractor, where the project was submitted under the PFI with the local authority. Throughout the project, the focus has been on maintaining the integrity of the original design with the update of the scheme with the modern and modern lighting technology that will serve the port for years to come.
Martin Raqr, PFI’s Southo, commented at Enerveo, saying: “This project explains what can be achieved when cooperation, craftsmanship and respect for heritage.
“This project requires heritage and performance budget in a difficult environment,” added Alex Winchib, Director of DW Windsor Product Design. “From how the lantern views during the day how it offers at night, and how it stands on the elements over time, all the details are important. The key is flexibility: listen to the customer’s needs, understand the personality of the place, and adapt our designs to suit them.”
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